This is a massive myth that growth hormone is anabolic in the sense like steroids. Growth hormone, as mentioned, is a stress mediator. To a certain, controlled degree, primarily by good thyroid function, some GH secretion is necessary as per the repair process. In young people, with epiphysis bone not having fused, it is primarily responsible for growth in that stage of life. By far however, insulin and T3 are the primary anabolic sources. Having sufficient vitamin D and carbs, in the context of oxidative metabolism, is what ensures lean tissue maintenance. With good OXPHOS, the weight loss is usually in the form of fat.
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